The 2025 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix lit up the streets of Marina Bay this past weekend with thrilling racing action and high drama. From October 3 to 5, famous racers battled it out and defied the challenges of the iconic night race, with George Russel delivering a flawless performance to claim victory, as fans were kept on the edge of their seats. Meanwhile, McLaren took home the Constructors’ Championship title. From intense team clashes to outstanding drivers, celebrity sightings, and moody weather…here we recap the Singapore Grand Prix 2025.
Who won the F1 Singapore Grand Prix 2025?
George Russell, a talented 27-year-old British Formula 1 driver for Mercedes, delivered an impressive performance at the Singapore Grand Prix 2025 to be no.1. In total, he has achieved five Grand Prix wins and this is his second win of the season. He dominated the night races from start to finish, converting pole position into a commanding win with a total race time of 1:40:22.367.
Additionally, the top 5 finishers included Red Bull’s Max Verstappen at 2nd place—finishing just five seconds behind Russell—with Landon Norris of McLaren coming in third. Although, his on-track contact with teammate Oscar Piastri (who finished in 4th place) has caused controversy. Meanwhile, Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes rounded up the top five.
Race highlights
The F1 race in Singapore was filled with intense battles, especially within McLaren, where Norris and Piastri made early contact—causing some team tension but not affecting their final positions too heavily. The ruthless start for Norris saw him overtaking multiple drivers, earning himself third place, before a pit stop error hindered Piastri’s challenge for the podium.
Plus, Lewis Hamilton faced late brake issues but managed to finish seventh, just behind Charles LeClerc, who struggled with pace and grip on the Marina Bay Circuit. In fact, he has been very vocal about how difficult it was to drive the Ferrari car. Additionally, Fernando Alonso crossed the line at eight place.
Weather conditions
We previously reported the possibility of stormy weather over the F1 weekend in Singapore. Although, no major storm or rain took place during the race sessions. While there were some clouds and it was hot and humid with temperatures around 30°C, the track remained dry for the drivers on the circuit.
Celebrity sightings & weekend atmosphere
The 2025 Singapore Grand Prix saw an influx of global celebrities over race weekend. High-profile individuals spotted enjoying the races included South Korean actors Hyun Bin and Lee Jung-Jae, as well as the iconic group ENHYPEN, F1 wags and fashion icons such as Kelly Piquet, and Lewis Capaldi before his F1 concert. Other celebrity spotting’s included Blackpink’s Lisa and Hollywood icon David Corenswet known for Superman.
Overall, the 2025 race weekend was a dazzling mix of motorsport, glamour, and intensity.
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